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In 2011 I discovered to my delight an old fashioned wringer in the basement of the albergue in Roncesvalles. I walked in May and June and my second task, after showering, was to do my dobhying (laundry). Generally, because of the late afternoon heat, the clothes were dry in a couple of hours...
I walked it in October and turned left after the bridge. Although there were few Camino markings there were many red/white GR indicators which aided navigation.
What an alluring title!
I read this very entertaining book some time ago. Clearly, its historical context is very different to today’s Camino. However, when walking the Camino Frances in 2011 I did come across a Frenchman who was walking with his donkey. His main problem, I recall, was that...
In conversation with my orthotics guy I mentioned the difficulty in being unable to use the orthotics when wearing sandals. He recommended sandals supplied by a company called Fit Flop https://www.fitflop.com/uk/en/shop/ryker-back-strap-sandals-p-V77#689. I bought a pair of these Ryker sandals...
Whilst visIting my daughter in Australia several years ago I noticed that many workmen wearing shorts and boots also wore small simple ankle gaiters to prevent dirt and stones getting into their boots.
They are generally made of cotton with an elasticated top and are sold in budget outlets...
As has been written previously, meeting people is not a problem. In fact, I found that on the odd occasion when I wished to walk alone with my thoughts I had to fend off politely people who wished to engage in conversation. Even though you will not be walking the complete St Jean Pied de Port...
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